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Nursery offering tailored curriculum opens near Swindon
A new nursery offering a tailored curriculum is up and running on Swindon's outskirts. Apple Blossom Nursery, located on Purton's High Street, is a new business in the community and hopes to offer a haven for young children in Wiltshire. The
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Swindon man returns aiming for national title 'better than ever'
A Swindon man hopes to win a national competition after reaching the finals in a previous year. Mike Turner from Penhill finished second in the Mr Gay England beauty pageant in 2022 and has now returned with a "bigger and better" effort to make
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Fast food advertising banned on council property in Swindon
Adverts for sugary drinks, burgers and crisps will not be displayed on sites owned by Swindon Borough Council. The authority’s Labour cabinet has approved a report on a healthier advertising policy on its assets. The report was brought by the
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Domestic abuse organisation set up after sister's murder given funding
An organisation set up by a local woman after the murder of her sister to help domestic abuse victims and others who experience trauma has received further funding. Swindon Sisters Alliance was formed by Emma King after she lost her sister Julie
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Meet the man bidding to unseat Justin Tomlinson at the General Election
Will Stone warns me about the state of his Labour campaign headquarters in The Circle in Penhill before I arrive for our interview. In truth, it looks fine; the long table in the middle of the main room has hundreds - possibly thousands - of leaflets
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Store manager praised for achieving six-figure success in first year
A Swindon store manager has been praised for helping a new town centre business achieve a six-figure turnover in its first year. Post and Packing Swindon had a challenging start due to low footfall near its town centre site and some struggles
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A Child Of Science is a touching, emotional and important look at IVF
A Child of Science at the Bristol Old Vic is a brilliant window into the development of IVF. Many will seek out the play at the Bristol Old Vic because Harry Potter's Tom Felton is among the show's superb cast, but any who do, will find themselves
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Health coach shares 3 crucial lifestyle choices that can help prevent diabetes
Diabetes is a health condition that millions of Brits are living with, and there are a few lifestyle choices that can be made to help prevent it. People with diabetes have a blood sugar level which is too high, which is caused by a lack of insulin
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Midsummer is a charming and raunchy new musical as messy as its characters
Most musicals exist in their own sanitised, almost PG-kind-of world, safe for families to watch, but Midsummer is an adult, raunchy, charming break away from the norm. The new production to hit Cirencester's Barn Theatre is an ode to the losers
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James Cleverly demands explanation following viral footage of police ramming cow
Home Secretary James Cleverly has demanded an urgent explanation after a police car was filmed deliberately being driven into a cow twice. A video of the incident began circulating on social media this morning and shows a loose cow falling and
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Gordon Ramsay shares he's 'lucky to be alive' after bike accident
Warning: This article contains an Instagram post which briefly shows a heavily bruised torso in a video segment Gordon Ramsay has shared that he's 'lucky to be alive' after being involved in a bike accident in the United States. The 57-year-old
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Major supermarkets issue 'do not eat' warnings including Tesco, Morrisons & Aldi
Morrisons, Tesco and Aldi are among the UK supermarkets with 'do not eat' warnings in place on some of their products. Food recalls have been issued at the leading supermarkets for a variety of reasons, including the risk of exploding cans, and
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Train services cancelled and delayed by GWR crew shortage
GWR is advising customers to check their journey this morning before leaving home because of a shortage of train crew. With fewer people available to work, GWR is warning of short notice cancellations and alterations, especially on long-distance
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Dentist issues warning over 'lesser known' ingredients in sugar-free drinks
A dentist has issued a warning to anyone who likes sugar-free drinks over their 'lesser-known' ingredients. High acid content in sugar-free drinks can cause irreversible tooth decay, according to Dr Deepak Aulak. Most people might be aware
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Can I be fined for not recycling? Legalities around recycling bins to consider
There are rules around what can and can't be recycled in the UK, but can you be fined if you don't put the right items in the correct bin? From general and garden waste bins to recycling and food bins, it can sometimes be hard to keep track of
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Town centre estate 'in danger of turning into a slum'
Soaring service charges and increasingly poor maintenance at a town centre block of flats have driven one resident to despair. Jonathan Sheldrake is fed up with the way that RMG is looking after the Heritage Plaza development on Fire Fly Avenue
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The 'shocking' scale of knife crime problem in Swindon and Wiltshire schools revealed
More than 75 incidents of 'offensive weapons' being used in Wiltshire schools and colleges have been recorded over the past four years, police figures reveal. A Freedom of Information request was made to Wiltshire Police to find out how many of
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First look at Swindon underpass transformed by Youth Justice Service
A dreary underpass in Swindon has been transformed into a colourful art installation thanks to a group of young people hoping to turn their lives around. As part of efforts to re-engage with the community, youngsters from the Youth Justice Service
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Inside 'extraordinary' lakeside house with Kate Moss spa selling for £2.95m
Imagine walking down the steps from your house to the beach before relaxing in the spa and sauna with Kate Moss treatments. This might sound like a tropical holiday, but all this is possible at a four-bed house sat beside a lake 30 minutes north
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New car boot sale for the area launches at farm shop
A newly opened farm shop not far from Swindon is preparing to host its first-ever car boot sale. Sustain Farm Shop, located at Freckles Farm in Royal Wootton Bassett, is all about sustainability and since opening in March 2024, manager Will Crapper
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KFC building revealed in latest Swindon planning applications
KFC will get a partner business in West Swindon, new SEN tuition provision is coming to Redhouse, but there’s a bump in the road for a brewery’s expansion plans among the latest applications made to Swindon Borough Council planning this week WESTLEA
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All the death notices published in the Adver this week
The Swindon Advertiser has published eight death notices in the last week. Every week, the Swindon Advertiser publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print
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Los Gatos and The Dolphin among latest places rated for food hygiene
A popular Old Town restaurant and a longstanding Rodbourne pub are among the latest businesses to receive new food hygiene ratings. Swindon Borough Council has awarded updated scores to five establishments around the town, according to the Food
